Located at 375 Mather St., Hamden, CT 06514
203-601-2775
OUR PHILOSOPHY
Asking for support or seeking help can be difficult for a variety of reasons. We believe in these values and hope they make your treatment experience as helpful and meaningful as possible.
TRANSPARENCY
SAFETY
COLLABORATION
EMPOWERMENT
MEET THE TEAM
TARA BRIERLEY, LCSW
RACHEL CUSHION, LCSW
Co-Owner
Co-Owner
My name is Tara Brierley and I am a LCSW at New Leaf Counseling Center. In our work together, I will utilize various modalities and techniques to best suit your needs and treatment goals including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), and Solution-focused therapy. I am also trained in Eye Movement, Desensitization, and Reprocessing (EMDR) and utilize trauma-informed care throughout my practice. I actively listen to all my clients while also providing plenty of specific feedback, skills coaching, and support. Together, we will work to help you heal from life’s challenges and stressors, develop tools for what may come your way, and experience the life you want to live.
Currently accepting: Anthem, Aetna, Husky, United Healthcare, and private pay.
*To contact me directly: 203-601-2775 ext. 701
My name is Rachel Cushion and I have been working in the mental health/addiction field for several years as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I have experience providing both individual and group therapy to various populations. I also have a background in community-based work, providing vulnerable populations with the necessary resources to improve their quality of life. I take pride in the work I do and believe in working hand-in-hand with my clients so that they feel that they play an active role in their treatment. I use a variety of treatment modalities (ie., Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, etc.) depending on what may be the most helpful and appropriate for each person I work with. I hope to help support and guide you on your journey through recovery to become your most authentic and effective self.
Currently accepting: Anthem, Husky, UBH, Connecticare, Medicare and private pay
*To contact me directly: 203-601-2775 ext. 702
MARIELLE DADDONA, LCSW
Co-Owner
My name is Marielle Daddona and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) at New Leaf Counseling Center. I am trained in and utilize a variety of evidence-based techniques including Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and Mindfulness techniques. Therapy may look different for each individual client. I like to involve the individual in their treatment planning process and tailor the techniques I use to fit each person. For some individuals I provide educational material and skills coaching and for others I serve more as an active listener helping individuals to understand their own thoughts, feelings and behaviors.
Currently accepting: Anthem, Husky, UBH, Connecticare, Medicare and private pay
*To contact me directly: 203-601-2775 ext. 700
Emily-Rose Santamaria, LCSW
My name is Emily-Rose Santamaria. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, with an incredible passion for mental health and helping others. Through compassion and empathy, I aim to individualize treatment approaches based on a person’s unique set of circumstances, with their own ideas and goals at the core. I utilize a variety of treatment modalities (I.e. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, etc.), while maintaining a holistic, trauma-informed, and person-centered approach. Working together as a team, we can process, heal, build skill sets, and develop an internal sense of empowerment that makes moving forward easier.
*Please email info@newleafct.com to schedule with Emily-Rose!*
HOURS
**Currently providing primarily telehealth, limited in-person appts are offered**
Mon - Fri: 9am - 7pm *evening and early morning appts offered*
Sat: Closed
Sun: Closed